paliz
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Post by paliz on Jan 19, 2017 12:47:57 GMT -5
I'm not sure what to do. Our 5-6 year old Beagle has been yelping for no obvious reason since before Christmas. at first I thought it was an ear infection and I took him to the vet. he had a minor ear infection which we got drops for it and treated it and it helped with how much he was scratching at this ear but that's been it. When he was at the vet they didn't feel any bumps or anything and I just don't know what to do. I mean the one day it started to sound like he was crying. Now he does have some seperation anxiety but these yelps come so randomly whether we are getting ready to leave or just going about things at the house. I really can't afford to keep going to the vet (well actually I can afford the test they might want to run as they charged me like 15-20 just to look at the junk they took out of his ear). any insights?
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Post by kidsandpets on Jan 19, 2017 15:50:37 GMT -5
back pain??
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Post by bronte73 on Jan 21, 2017 9:52:05 GMT -5
What is he doing when he yelps. I know it seems random but is he always lying down or getting up for instance. It could be hip dysplasia which makes it painful to get up and down. You might want to try some glucosomine. Double check with Shannon, but I don't believe it can hurt and if it is some kind of pain associated with joints or what have you, it may help. Also, watch how he walks - is he favoring anything? When he runs, does he end up bunny hopping - back legs both kind of come up together. Those are signs of hip issues and they can be painful for a dog. Did they check in his mouth? Sometimes, an infected tooth can cause issues too. I"m just throwing things out there as to what could possibly be causing him to yelp in what I'm assuming is pain. Or, do you all give him a lot of attention when he yelps? Some dogs know how to train their owners!  |
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Post by kidsandpets on Jan 21, 2017 11:56:47 GMT -5
What is he doing when he yelps. I know it seems random but is he always lying down or getting up for instance. It could be hip dysplasia which makes it painful to get up and down. You might want to try some glucosomine. Double check with Shannon, but I don't believe it can hurt and if it is some kind of pain associated with joints or what have you, it may help. Also, watch how he walks - is he favoring anything? When he runs, does he end up bunny hopping - back legs both kind of come up together. Those are signs of hip issues and they can be painful for a dog. Did they check in his mouth? Sometimes, an infected tooth can cause issues too. I"m just throwing things out there as to what could possibly be causing him to yelp in what I'm assuming is pain. Or, do you all give him a lot of attention when he yelps? Some dogs know how to train their owners! Correct. It can take a month or so to take affect, but if you keep at it it can make a difference. Its very safe. |
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kelly12
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Post by kelly12 on Jan 22, 2017 1:34:43 GMT -5
yes,cosequin is excellent.
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paliz
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Post by paliz on Jan 24, 2017 6:49:53 GMT -5
It's really random. Sometimes it's at the door ( he can be going out or coming in) , sometimes when he's laying on the floor and we just move to put our feet down, sometimes when he lays in front of the stove and a child just comes around the corner to him. He also seems to be losing his appetite. Do said to take him to a different vet so that's what I'm doing tomorrow. The other vet didn't look in his mouth (probably because we have to muzzle him there--he snaps when he is scared)
S/o-- is it normal for the vet to add to the office fee for looking under the microscope at the junk they took from the pets ear?
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Post by kidsandpets on Jan 24, 2017 10:39:18 GMT -5
It's really random. Sometimes it's at the door ( he can be going out or coming in) , sometimes when he's laying on the floor and we just move to put our feet down, sometimes when he lays in front of the stove and a child just comes around the corner to him. He also seems to be losing his appetite. Do said to take him to a different vet so that's what I'm doing tomorrow. The other vet didn't look in his mouth (probably because we have to muzzle him there--he snaps when he is scared) S/o-- is it normal for the vet to add to the office fee for looking under the microscope at the junk they took from the pets ear?Can be. In the places I have worked it is - although individual doctors may not charge it. Weird how random the yelping seems to be. I would definitely have them check his mouth as much as is possible. Joints and back as well. |
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paliz
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Post by paliz on Jan 26, 2017 10:34:55 GMT -5
Dr. believes it's a slipped disc in his neck. Gave him a pain shot yesterday and sent us home with pain meds and a muscle relaxer.
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cshoremom
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Post by cshoremom on Jan 26, 2017 10:48:34 GMT -5
Dr. believes it's a slipped disc in his neck. Gave him a pain shot yesterday and sent us home with pain meds and a muscle relaxer. Aww! Hope this helps! Poor pup. |
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Post by kidsandpets on Jan 26, 2017 10:57:05 GMT -5
Hope the meds help him out. Confinement/rest is usually recommended for that too - no running around, jumping, etc.
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Post by kelly12 on Jan 27, 2017 1:59:41 GMT -5
Poor pup. I hope he is ok now.
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